It came down to "ptosis" and Attorney David Riddle won the over-50 National Senior Spelling Bee. Competitors were allowed up to two misspelled words before having to bow out, but Riddle didn't miss one of his 14 challenges. He walked away with $100, but isn't allowed to compete again after winning.

The law affirming that "homosexuality is incompatible with military service" deserves continued support. After 12 comprehensive hearings, Congress passed the law with overwhelming bipartisan majorities. There was, and still is, a need to protect good order, morale and discipline in the armed forces.

The number of Arabic linguists discharged from the military for violating its "don't ask, don't tell" policy is higher than previously reported, a research group says. The group contends records it has obtained show the military is putting its anti-gay stance ahead of national security.